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PCSO Apprehends Morgan County Escapees
The Putnam County Sheriff's Office apprehended two escapees from Morgan County on Thursday (June 5, 2025). Jeffrey Brindly and Robert Syverson were both being held on felony warrants in Morgan County before being transferred to the Morgan County Residential Recovery Court facility. On Tuesday (June 3) Putnam County D...
6h ago
Oak Ridge Police Chief Gives Update On Memorial Day Weekend Shooting
Oak Ridge Police Chief Robin Smith has given an update on the horrific Memorial Day weekend shooting. It happened in the early morning hours of May 25th, during a large block party in the Scarboro neighborhood. Chief Smith says nine people were shot and one person was stabbed. All ten victims survived. Chief Smith s...
7h ago
White County: Hwy 111 Closed Starting Monday, June 9th for Removal of Railroad Tracks Between Fred Hill Road and Mayberry Street
The White County Sheriff's Office is advising motorists that beginning Monday, June 9th crews will begin removing the railroad tracks between Fred Hill Road and Mayberry Street/McMinnville Highway. All lanes of Highway 111 will be closed in the area starting at 9am on Monday. Plans are to have the roadway reopened by...
7h ago
Right Shoulder of I-40 Eastbound to be Closed from MM 273 to MM 276 for Tree Cutting through June 13, 2025
Motorists traveling on I-40 eastbound in Putnam County should be aware that the TDOT contractor will have the right shoulder closed from Exit 273 to Exit 276 for a tree cutting operation through June 13th from 8am to 5pm. Message boards will be in place. Motorists are encouraged to slow down and use caution when in the...
8h ago